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This document serves as a report for federal lobbying activities conducted by the University of Illinois during the specified reporting period.

How to fill out federal lobbying disclosure report

How to fill out Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report

1. Obtain the Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report form from the official website of the Clerk of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate.
2. Fill in the identifying information, including your name, organization, and contact details.
3. Provide a specific description of the lobbying activities conducted during the reporting period.
4. List the issues you lobbied on, specifying the legislation and actions affected.
5. Disclose the amounts spent on lobbying activities, including any expenses for meals or travel related to lobbying.
6. Identify all the lobbyists who participated in these activities, along with their affiliations.
7. Sign and date the report to certify that all information is accurate and complete.
8. Submit the report electronically through the designated online portal or by mail, adhering to reporting deadlines.

Who needs Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report?

1. Organizations or individuals that engage in lobbying activities and are aimed at influencing federal legislation or government policy.
2. Lobbyists representing corporations, non-profits, advocacy groups, and trade associations.
3. Entities that meet the threshold for lobbying expenditures as defined by the Lobbying Disclosure Act.

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What is required for lobbying disclosure?

The LDA defines a lobbyist as any individual employed or retained by a client (employer) for financial or other compensation for services that include more than one lobbying contact, and whose lobbying activities constitute more than twenty percent of the time engaged in the services provided to that client (employer)

What is the difference between LD 2 and LD 203?

The Report Activity form (LD-2) is used for complying with the quarterly reporting requirements of Section 5 of the Act (2 U.S.C. § 1604). The contribution form (LD-203) is used for the semiannual disclosure of certain contributions pursuant to Section 5 of the Act (2 U.S.C. § 1604(d)).

What are the credentials for lobbying?

There are no licensing or certification requirements, but lobbyists are required to register with the state and federal governments. Most lobbyists have college degrees. A major in political science, journalism, law, communications, public relations, or economics should stand future lobbyists in good stead.

Do lobbyists have to disclose their clients?

The LDA requires lobbyists to submit a lobbying registration form with both the secretary of the Senate and the clerk of the House of Representatives. Registered lobbyists must track and regularly submit activity and expenditure reports, including: Client disclosure lists. Lobbying contacts with federal agencies.

Where can I find lobbying information?

CAL-ACCESS is the state's campaign and lobbying information system where candidates, political committees, and lobbyists file detailed financial disclosures.

What does the lobbying disclosure act require?

It requires an organization that employs at least one “lobbyist”(as that term is defined in the LDA) to register with the Senate and House of Representatives if the organization's spending on lobbying activities during a quarterly period reaches a certain level.

What is the 20 rule for lobbying?

Spending More Than 20% of Time on Lobbying Activities State and local lobbying efforts also fall outside of the definition of lobbying activities although such activities may be subject to lobbying disclosure laws at the state or local level.

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What is Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report?

The Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report is a document that is required to be filed by individuals and organizations that engage in lobbying activities to communicate with federal officials regarding legislation or policy decisions.

Who is required to file Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report?

Entities and individuals who lobby on behalf of a client or organization, and who spend more than a specified amount on lobbying activities, are required to file the Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report.

How to fill out Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report?

To fill out the Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report, filers must provide information including their identity, the clients they represent, specific lobbying activities, and the amount spent on lobbying efforts during the reporting period.

What is the purpose of Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report?

The purpose of the Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report is to promote transparency in the lobbying process by providing a record of who is lobbying, on behalf of whom, and what issues they are addressing.

What information must be reported on Federal Lobbying Disclosure Report?

The report must include details such as the names of the lobbyists, the clients, the issues lobbied, the specific federal agencies contacted, and the amount of money spent on lobbying activities.